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Lueg Pass 1
Battle Name : Lueg Pass 1
Date(s) : 01 May 1809
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Austrian Campaign 1809 ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over Bavarian Forces [French Allies]
Type of battle : Land
Summary
A not very determined attempt by the Bavarians to break into the Tyrol. Three companies of Austrians held back three battalions of Bavarians who were supported by cavalry and artillery.
Location
A pass in the Salzburg province of Austria about 25 miles south of Salzburg. (Austria)
Casualty figures
Bavarian Forces [French Allies]
- Number engaged :
- 1,850
- Casualties :
- 200 (10.81%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 420
- Casualties :
- 30 (7.14%)
